Workplace Type: Onsite
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About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization, and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Brucejack
Our Brucejack Gold Mine, a high-grade underground mine in beautiful northern British Columbia, is located approximately 65 kilometres north of Stewart. Brucejack is a fly-in/fly-out operation with pick-up points across Western Canada, making it easy for people from different places to join us. We work closely with local First Nations communities including the Nisga’a, Tahltan, Gitanyow, and Gitxsan, to build respectful partnerships and celebrate our shared community.
As a member of the Brucejack family, we put your health, comfort, and safety first. You’ll stay in private rooms with individual washrooms, enjoy balanced meals prepared by our exceptional culinary team, and have access to a 24-hour snack and sandwich bar. We also have plenty of ways for you to relax and stay active, with a gym, fitness classes, a golf simulator, and seasonal activities like snowshoeing and hiking. For creative downtime, our music room is a fully equipped space where you can play or listen to music. Our Brucejack Recreation Committee, run by employees on a volunteer basis, organizes activities and events to make camp life fun and bring people together. The committee also plans holiday decorations, charity raffles, and outdoor events, helping create a warm and friendly community.
As the Director, Health, Safety & Environment, you will provide strategic leadership for all health, safety, and environmental programs at Brucejack Mine. You will lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure regulatory compliance, manage operational risk, and foster a culture where safety, health, and environmental stewardship are integrated into every aspect of the operation.
- Lead the development and execution of site-specific HSE strategies, objectives, and improvement plans aligned with Newmont standards and business priorities.
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Oversee regulatory compliance, governance activities, audits, and assurance programs to meet internal and external requirements.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, government agencies, contractors, and community stakeholders.
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Monitor and analyze HSE performance trends, identify risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
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Provide technical leadership and guidance on operational risk controls, incident investigations, and event management.
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Partner closely with site leadership to proactively manage HSE risks and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
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Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing HSE team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
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Support regulatory, sustainability, and enterprise reporting requirements through accurate data collection and monitoring systems.
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Champion a culture of inclusion, engagement, and visible safety leadership across the operation.
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Ensure compliance with all relevant Newmont Health & Safety procedures and other applicable policies.
- Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
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Extensive experience leading health, safety, and environmental programs within mining or other heavy industrial operations.
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Strong knowledge of HSE management systems, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
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Experience managing regulator relationships, compliance programs, and incident investigations.
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Demonstrated ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams in complex operational environments.
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Proficiency in risk management, change management, project management, and data-driven decision-making.
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Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills.
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Experience working in remote mining environments is considered an asset.
- Remote camp setting with private accommodations provided
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Onsite meals, gym, recreation, and entertainment facilities
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Travel allowance and transportation arrangements included
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Rotational schedule: 13 days on / 13 days off
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Drug & alcohol-free workplace (pre-employment testing required)
The Brucejack Operations team is now recruiting for the position of Director, Health, Safety & Environment with a competitive base salary between $153,600 – $219,400 / year, with an additional short-term incentive of 30% and a long-term incentive of 25%. The offered base salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies, with consideration to internal equity.
At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.
The expected salary range for this role is CA$153,600 - $219,400 / year, plus short-term and long-term incentives . This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.
We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!
